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Urgent Care Vs ER in Phoenixville, PA

It is important to understand the difference between Urgent Care and the Emergency Room. Effectively using the correct medical treatment center can save you significant amounts of time, money and more importantly help save your life.

Urgent care is for conditions that require prompt attention but do not pose an immediate, serious threat to your health or life. In general, if your medical issue is life threatening call 911 or go directly to a hospital emergency room. If not, an Urgent Care Center such as AFC Urgent Care is an excellent alternative.

Some examples of conditions that can be treated at AFC Urgent Care Center include the following:

Abdominal Pain

Accidents and falls

Asthma – mild to moderate

Back problems

Bleeding from cuts, falls or kitchen accidents

Ear Pain

Eye Irritation

Fever

Migraine headache

Small bone fractures

Skin rashes

Sprains

STD Tests or Treatment

Sprains and broken bones

Sore Throat

Urinary burning

Vomiting, Diarrhea and Dehydration

Some examples of conditions that require a Hospital Emergency Room include the following:

Amputations

Breathing Obstruction

Convulsions or seizures

Difficulty in breathing

Drug overdose

Knife or gunshot wound

Loss of limb or severe broken bone

Poisoning

Pregnancy – severe abdominal pain

Seizures/Convulsions

Serious head, neck or back injury

Suspected Heart Attack or Stroke

Unconsciousness

Always use your best judgment in making a medical decision. If you have any doubts call your family doctor, 911 or AFC Urgent Care Center. We are open every day of the week from 8am to 8pm.